205/50R16 in Inches

A 205/50R16 tire has a 24.1-inch diameter, a 8.1-inch width, and is designed for a 16-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 24.1x8.1R16.

205/50R16 Tire Size
8.1"
24.1"
205/50R16 Tire Size in Inches
205/50R16 Tire Circumference
75.6"
16"
4"
837.9 revs/mile

205/50R16 Tire Overview

Height
24.1 inches
Wheel Diameter
16 inches
Tire Width
8.1 inches
Circumference
75.6 inches
Sidewall Height
4 inches
Revolutions
837.9 per mile
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What does 205/50R16 mean?

205/50R16 tire size meaning in inches

205/50R16 is a tire size with the following dimensions:

  • 205 is the width of the tire in millimeters. This number also indicates the appropriate width of the rim on which the tire should be mounted.
  • 50 is the aspect ratio, which is the ratio of the tire's height to its width. This affects the tire's handling and ride comfort
  • R indicates the tire's construction type, meaning it has a radial construction. This provides stability and precision to the tire.
  • 16 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.

205/50R16 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter24.1 in611.4 mm
Section Width8.1 in205 mm
Rim Height16 in406 mm
Sidewall Height4 in102.5 mm
Circumference75.6 in1920.8 mm
Revolutions837.9 revs/mile
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FAQ About 205/50R16 Tire

How tall is a 205/50R16 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 205/50R16 tire is 24.1 inches

How wide is a 205/50R16 tire?

The width of a 205/50R16 tire is 205 mm, which is about 8.1 inches.

What size rim fits a 205/50R16 tire?

A 205/50R16 tire fits on a rim that is 16 inches in diameter.

What does the 50 in a 205/50R16 tire mean?

The 50 in a 205/50R16 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 50% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 205/50R16

Typically, it's recommended to choose a tire with a diameter (height) within 3% of the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) tire size.

However, keep in mind that this is a general guideline and not an absolute rule.

Here are some tire sizes that are compatible with the 205/50R16:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
125/80R1623.9″ (-0.8%)16 x n/a
125/85R1624.4″ (1.2%)16 x n/a
135/70R1623.4″ (-2.9%)16 x n/a
135/80R1624.5″ (1.7%)16 x n/a
175/55R1623.6″ (-2.1%)16 x 5.0-6.0
175/60R1624.3″ (0.8%)16 x 5.0-6.0
185/55R1624.0″ (-0.4%)16 x 5.0-6.5
185/60R1624.7″ (2.5%)16 x 5.0-6.5
195/50R1623.7″ (-1.7%)16 x 5.5-7.0
195/55R1624.4″ (1.2%)16 x 5.5-7.0
215/45R1623.6″ (-2.1%)16 x 7.0-8.0
215/50R1624.5″ (1.7%)16 x 6.0-7.5
225/45R1624.0″ (-0.4%)16 x 7.0-8.5
245/45R1624.7″ (2.5%)16 x 7.5-9.0